19/06/2026
We’ve written to the Secretary of State for Transport to urge the Government to include Northampton in passenger service plans for East West Rail.
Despite existing rail infrastructure already connecting to Northampton Gateway, there are currently no plans for passenger services – something we believe would leave our residents and businesses at a clear disadvantage.
With major decisions on future rail services approaching, and the planned Universal UK resort near Bedford set to become one of Europe’s biggest visitor destinations, now is the time to act.
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